1997 Plymouth Neon vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 534 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Seat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Plymouth Neon | 1963 Seat 600 | |
Make | Plymouth | Seat |
Model | Neon | 600 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2010 mm |